[Hugo37]

Bought a brand new GLA top of the range on 30th November and have noticed condensation inside headlamps
MB Glasgow say the cannot see any problem
Never experienced this with my 4 previous Mercedes ML/ C Class

Any suggestions?

 

[thedude1977]

I had the exact same problem but Mercedes agreed to replace both units.

 

[Hugo37]

Thanks

 

[David W]

When I collected my new GLA, the lights were full of condensation. When I pointed this out, the dealer told me that this was normal and that they were vented and would dry out naturally.
However, after a few weeks, the Intelligent Light System failed completely and both lamps had to be replaced completely because all the electronics were soaked through..

 

[jmblack]

I noticed this on mine, but handbook says its normal as they are vented...

 

[thedude1977]

No way is it normal. The new set have no condensation at all it looks to be a known fault.

 

[Radar]

Condensation in the headlamps

My headlights are always filled with condensation.
They look dreadful.

It is only the list for the first service next month.

 

[ParkFarm]

If the new replacement ones don't do it then it does suggest a fault, either with the unit or the way they are vented.

 

[Radar]

Condensation in the headlamps

I had my car in the dealer on Wednesday and they say that the condensation is quite normal as the vents allow for the dissipation of heat.

If the condensation hasn't cleared after 40 minutes with the lights on then there is a problem (apparently).

 

[Dan]

Hey guys,

I moved this thread to a more suitable forum.
Thank you,

Richard.

 

[t30485]

I bought this up when I took the GLA in for the fuel line recall, got fobbed off, so I've made a complaint, see what becomes of it.